An entertaining introduction to logic and reasoning, packed with
puzzles and thought experiments for the reader to try "Peter Cave
takes us on an edifying tour through the world of paradoxes, and there
is much to be learned, as well as much enjoyment to be had, in the
process." -Adrian W. Moore, University of Oxford, UK "'This sentence
is false' is a sentence printed on the cover of this book. A sentence
is not a name. So what is the name of the book? This book (whatever
its name) is full of intriguing philosophical puzzles ... Paradoxes
may seem trivial at first glance, but further thought reveals them to
be challenges to some of our most fundamental beliefs and
preconceptions. Peter Cave entertainingly escorts the reader through a
great variety of these fascinating puzzles, shining light that is
fresh and bright." -Laurence Goldstein, University of Kent, UK "This
is a truly wonderful book. The topic is tough, but Peter Cave brings
it to life. He manages to give new insights on old topics, which is
itself remarkable, and he also brings in plenty of less familiar
topics ... All in all, it is a joy to see such cleverness and clarity
of thought coexisting with such an easy (and light and amusing)
writing style." -Professor Imre Leader, Cambridge University, UK Put
your neurons through their paces with this lively and engaging
introduction to paradoxes. From "Buridan's Ass" and the "Surprise
Examination" to "The Liar" and "Sleeping Beauty," This Sentence is
False introduces all the key philosophical paradoxes. This fascinating
guide to logic and reasoning is packed with puzzles and thought
experiments to actively engage the reader in critical thinking. As
well as paradoxes that occur in our everyday lives, topics also
include God, ethics, political philosophy, space, and time. This
Sentence is False will put your mind to the test, challenge what you
think you know, and lead you on a fascinating journey through logical
reasoning.
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An Introduction to Philosophical Paradoxes
Produktdetaljer
ISBN
9781441122537
Publisert
2015
Utgave
1. utgave
Utgiver
Bloomsbury UK
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Digital bok
Forfatter